Job Details

Job Description

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse

FTE: Part Time Permanent 60%. 45 Hours Bi-weekly / Days, Nights, and Weekends – 12 hr shifts

Department: Health PEI, Mental Health & Addictions

Location: Hillsborough Hospital

Salary: $26.49 - $31.59 Per Hour

Start Date/Term Length: Commencing Immediatley

About The Job

The incumbent will assist and provide, under supervision, basic nursing care for patients on Acute Care Psychiatry & Safe and Secure. The incumbent is required to work independently under the direction of the department Manager.

Duties will include:

• Meeting the physical, psychological, spiritual, emotional and sociological needs of patients;
• preparing, administering and recording use of oral medication;
• transcribing physician's orders as required;
• providing effective communication thorough charting as well as written and verbal reports;
• implementing programs of daily living;
• implementing behavioural management techniques;
• capable of performing sterile and non-sterile techniques;
• providing guidance to non-professional staff;
• other related duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have successful completion of a recognized Licensed Practical Nursing Program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Prince Edward Island.
• Successful completion of the pharmacology training, health assessment, and administration course is required.
• Must demonstrate application of knowledge of client’s physical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs; which includes clients with chronic illnesses
• Must demostrate an alignment with Health PEI’s Mission, Vision, and Values; including honesty and integrity in personal and professional behaviour
• Must be current in CPR/BCLS, TLR, WHIMIS All Hazards Codes and annual recertifications.
• Must have knowledge of chronic illnesses
• Must demonstrate a professional presence and model professional behaviour.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with patients, family and staff.
• Must be capable of sustained physical activity and physical ability to complete personal care.
• Must have a good previous work and attendance record.

Other Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a psychiatric setting would be an asset.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Skills Required

• Adaptability
• Adherence to Protocols
• Analytical Skills